Short Detail:
Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), Patna has announced its Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026 for 231 regular posts in the Fisheries Directorate and subordinate offices under Bihar’s Dairy, Fisheries and Animal Resource Department. Online forms are open from 24/09/2026 to 23/10/2026. Applicants need a four-year B.F.Sc. degree from an ICAR-recognised college. Review the category-wise age rules and CBT plus work-experience marks before applying.
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Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC), Patna
BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: 28/2026
Important Dates
- Form Start Date: 24/09/2026
- Form Last Date: 23/10/2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 23/10/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: Before exam
- Exam Date: Announce Later
Application Fees
- All Categories: ₹100
- Pay using debit card, credit card, internet banking or UPI. Extra bank or processing charges may apply.
BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer 2026 Age Limit
As On Date: 01/08/2026
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum age varies by category and gender. See the table below.
Category-Wise Upper Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved Male | 37 Years |
| Unreserved Female | 40 Years |
| BC / EBC (Male and Female) | 40 Years |
| SC / ST (Male and Female) | 42 Years |
Other age relaxation rules
| Candidate group | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | 10 years |
| Bihar Government regular staff with 3 or more years of continuous service | 5 years for posts with a higher pay scale |
| Contractual staff on the same post under Bihar Government or a government-controlled non-private institute | Equal to the length of contractual service |
| Ex-servicemen | 3 years plus defence service; actual age must not exceed 57 years on the application date |
| Previous recruitment-cycle provision | Eligible candidates within the age limit from 01/08/2020 to 01/08/2026 may apply if they meet other conditions |
BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer 2026 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 231
| Category | Total Posts | Bihar domicile women seats (35%) |
|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 96 | 34 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 23 | 08 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 35 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 02 | 00 |
| Extremely Backward Class (EBC) | 41 | 14 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 27 | 09 |
| Women of Backward Classes (WBC) | 07 | — |
| Total | 231 | 77 |
Eligibility Details
- Candidates need a four-year B.F.Sc. degree from a Fisheries College under an Agricultural University recognised by ICAR, New Delhi.
BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer: Salary Details
| Post | Department | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Fisheries Extension Officer (मत्स्य प्रसार पदाधिकारी) | Fisheries Directorate, Bihar | Level 7 |
Important Links
| Online Application | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Link 1 || Link 2 |
| Official Website | BTSC Official Website |
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BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026: Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Merit marks
| Selection part | Maximum marks | Calculation |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Test | 75 | CBT percentage × 0.75. A score of 60% equals 45 marks. |
| Contractual work experience | 25 | 5 marks for each year of eligible service on the same post with Bihar Government or a government-controlled non-private institute, up to 25. Part-years receive proportionate marks. |
| Total | 100 | Combined score decides the merit position. |
CBT format
- The test has 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks.
- It is computer-based and lasts 120 minutes. The paper is in Hindi and English.
- A correct answer earns 1 mark. A wrong answer loses 0.25 marks.
- If the test takes place in several shifts, BTSC will use normalisation.
- You need at least 30% in the CBT to be considered for the merit list.
How to apply for BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer 2026
- Open the BTSC online application page using the link in Important Links.
- Read Advt. 28/2026 and enter the required details in the online form.
- Pay the ₹100 fee online, review your entries and submit the form by 23/10/2026.
BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026: FAQs
When can candidates apply for the BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer Recruitment 2026?
The online form opens on 24 September 2026. Candidates must submit it by 23 October 2026. The age calculation date is 1 August 2026, while work experience is counted up to 24 September 2026.
How many posts are available in the BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer recruitment?
There are 231 posts in all. The notice shows 96 for UR, 23 for EWS, 35 for SC, 2 for ST, 41 for EBC, 27 for BC, and 7 for WBC.
What degree is needed for the BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer post?
Applicants must be Indian citizens and hold a four-year Bachelor of Fisheries Science degree. It must be from an ICAR-recognised Fisheries College under an Agricultural University.
What is the upper age limit for the BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer vacancy?
The minimum age is 21 years. The basic upper limit is 37 years for UR men, 40 for UR women and BC/EBC candidates, and 42 for SC/ST candidates. The age is counted on 1 August 2026.
How much is the application fee for BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer 2026?
Every category must pay ₹100. Payment is online through debit card, credit card, internet banking or UPI. Bank or payment processing charges may be added.
How does the BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer selection process work?
The CBT contributes up to 75 marks. Eligible same-post contractual service with Bihar Government or a government-controlled non-private institute can add up to 25 marks, at 5 marks per year.
What is the exam pattern for the BTSC Fisheries Extension Officer CBT?
The computer-based test has 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks and lasts two hours. It is in Hindi and English. Each wrong answer deducts 0.25 marks, and 30% is the minimum qualifying score.